Equity Follow the money with our guide to tracking federal recovery dollars Find publicly available data on which agencies, businesses and nonprofits have received recovery funds in Washington. by Jacob Jones / May 16, 2022
News Why some WA nonprofits face high barriers to federal relief Federal relief money often requires complex reporting and upfront costs that disproportionately strain rural or BIPOC-led organizations. by Jacob Jones / May 16, 2022
Inside Crosscut Waiting on small business, rental or other relief in WA? Tell us your story We want to hear from people left out of federal recovery efforts, as well as those trying to change their communities for the better. by Jacob Jones / March 15, 2022
Investigations Auditors flag half of Washington counties over COVID-19 aid Findings of fraud or misuse remained rare despite short deadlines set for local governments to spend billions in emergency relief. by Jacob Jones / March 23, 2023
Investigations WA auditors flag $1.2B in federal aid over incomplete records State agencies said most dollars are accounted for, but unclear guidance on pandemic relief made complying with reporting rules difficult. by Jacob Jones / July 11, 2023